1979 Renault 15 vs. 2007 Tata Indica
To start off, 2007 Tata Indica is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Indica (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Indica weights approximately 80 kg more than 1979 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Tata Indica (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Renault 15 | 2007 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Renault | Tata |
| Model | 15 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 37 L |
